In May 1999, the Kargil insurgency was still being viewed as a routine affair. No one quite understood the magnitude of the situation. However, it soon emerged that infiltrators had captured high-altitude posts vacated by Indian soldiers during the winter months and thus had a tactical upper hand, while the Indian Army struggled with intelligence.For the next month or so, Capt. Anuj Nayyar and the men of 17 Jat went on various reconnaissance missions in the boulder-strewn Drass sec...

From superstition to science—an inspiring call to reclaim reason and the spirit of inquiry.From Myths to Science by Gauhar Raza is a powerful exploration of humanity’s journey from inherited myths to rational thought, from blind faith to scientific inquiry. With clarity and conviction, Raza examines how societies construct myths, how superstition and dogma take root, and why the cultivation of a scientific temper is essential for ...

This book is about proceedings from the Third World to the South-South Conference, held in Beijing in April 1983, on strategies of development, negotiations and cooperation pursued by developing countries in the last thirty years. It discusses the principal elements in the global economic crisis.

The Heart I Gave to YouWhen love enters her life unexpectedly, Emma believes she has finally found someone she can trust with her heart. But love is never as simple as it seems. Secrets, misunderstandings, and painful choices slowly begin to test the bond between two people who once believed they could overcome anything together.As the past catches up with the present, Emma is forced to face the truth about the person she loves—and about herself. The heart ...

WINNER OF THE PATRAS BOKHARI PRIZE 2025WINNER OF THE BANFF MOUNTAIN BOOK COMPETITION 2025In the Black Mountains of Pakistan, the discovery of an unconscious, unknown man is the first snowball in an avalanche of chaos. The head of the village is beset with problems and failing to find his way out. His daughter receives a love letter and incurs her father’s wrath. A lame boy foretells disaster, but nobody is listening. Trapped in terrible dang...

The Mahabharata, one of India's most cherished epics, has fascinated generations. The age-old saga of warring cousins-the valiant Pandavas and the formidable Kauravas-has left an indelible mark on our collective imagination. Yet, beneath the stories of valour and villainy lie complex human emotions that challenge our ideas about 'good' and 'evil'. Can the virtuous always conquer the malevolent? Are the Kauravas truly the embodiment of darkness, while the Pandavas exude righteousness? Does ...

The Mahabharata, one of India's most cherished epics, has fascinated generations. The age-old saga of warring cousins-the valiant Pandavas and the formidable Kauravas-has left an indelible mark on our collective imagination. Yet, beneath the stories of valour and villainy lie complex human emotions that challenge our ideas about 'good' and 'evil'. Can the virtuous always conquer the malevolent? Are the Kauravas truly the embodiment of darkness, while the Pandavas exude righteousness? Does ...

China has made remarkable and rapid progress in the area of science communication, both in theory and practice. This book critically examines all aspects of science communication practices in China. Dealing with major turning points since the introduction of the ‘Science and Technology Popularization Law’ and the ‘Outline of the National Scheme for Scientific Literacy’, the book tells a success story by scrutinizing structural changes in science communication policies, education system, co...

In today’s interconnected world, healthcare systems are increasingly turning to digital technologies to enhance patient care and optimize operations. However, this digital transformation presents significant challenges in guaranteeing the security and privacy of sensitive healthcare data. Secure Health: A Guide to Cybersecurity for Healthcare Managers confronts these challenges head-on, offering a comprehensive exploration of the latest advancements and best practices in securing ...

Pakistan and Human Rights consists of a series of innovative and carefully chosen chapters by leading experts and specialists in the field of human rights law. With contributions from young emerging scholars, many of whom live and work in Pakistan, this volume takes a critical look at the legal ordering of human rights issues in Pakistan today.